T. ionantha Pine Cone loliacea These trichomes allow the plant

These trichomes allow the plant to efficiently absorb moisture and light

Curly Slim is viviparous and can have pup grown on the flower bracts

they are also more or less uniform in length

arching silver-green leaves that grow in an open rosette

The foliage is smooth

T. ionantha Pine Cone loliacea These trichomes allow the plantTillandsia ionantha 'Pine Cone' is a compact and unique form of the popular ionantha species, named for its resemblance to a small pine cone due to its tightly stacked, overlapping leaves. The leaves are green to silvery green and can develop bright red or pink blushes during bloom or when exposed to strong light. When in bloom, it produces vibrant violet tubular flowers that emerge from the center. This form is ideal for small arrangements,